Kawasaki Ninja 400

The Kawasaki Ninja 400 features a striking sporty demeanor, drawing inspiration from its higher-displacement Ninja siblings. With an aggressive stance and aerodynamic contours, its design is athletic and strikingly appealing. The lightweight trellis frame, inspired by the Ninja H2, not only contributes to its agility but also offers a weight advantage at a mere 167 kg.

The exterior boasts signature Ninja styling cues, characterized by sharp lines and sleek fairings. LED lighting all around enhances visibility while also providing a modern touch to its design. The sporty yet ergonomic seating, set at 785 mm of height, offers riders a comfortable and assertive riding position.

With a wheelbase of 1370mm, performance-focused elements with contemporary styling, the Kawasaki Ninja 400 is a thrilling sports bike on Philippine roads.

The Kawasaki Ninja 400, weighing 167 kg, strikes a balance between agility and stability. The sports bike offers nimble handling on city roads and sharp responsiveness, even on twisty terrains. Its ground clearance of 140 mm is adequate varied surfaces.

The sporty yet ergonomic design extends offer riders an optimal position for control and comfort, ensuring precise handling as well. The bike's suspension setup, featuring a telescopic fork at the front and a Uni-Track rear suspension, enhances stability and absorbs road imperfections, contributing to a smooth and controlled ride experience.

The well-calibrated dimensions, responsive suspension, and well-positioned rider ergonomics ensure that the Ninja 400 is a very exhilarating and yet quite practical and manageable ride. 

The Kawasaki Ninja 400 boasts a potent 399cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine, delivering an impressive 48.9 horsepower at 10,000rpm and a torque of 38.0 Nm at 8,000rpm. This powertrain, coupled with a 6-speed transmission and slipper clutch, ensures dynamic performance while offering smooth gear shifts and reducing rear-wheel skidding during engine braking.

With a compression ratio of 11.5:1, the Ninja 400's engine sends its power through a chain drive system to the rear wheel and comes with a single exhaust setup, that not only enhances its aggressive appeal but also has a signature exhaust note which further adds to the riding experience. Its fuel tank capacity of 14 liters provides ample fuel for extended rides, backed by the engine's commendable average fuel consumption figures ranging around 29.2 km/l.

The Kawasaki Ninja 400 prioritizes rider safety with a robust braking system comprising a large 310 mm semi-floating front disc brake and a single rear disc brake setup. Additionally, safety features like ABS provide enhanced control and prevent wheel lock-up in emergency braking situations. LED lighting enhances visibility for both the rider and surrounding vehicles. 

The Kawasaki Ninja 400 brings the true essence of sports biking with its blend of raw power and precision handling in the middleweight segment in the Philippines market. With an aggressive design, powerful engine, and advanced safety features, it caters to both novice and experienced riders. While it may have minor drawbacks in pillion comfort, its overall package of performance and sporty appeal makes it a popular sports motorcycle all across the globe and a top choice among riders in the Philippines market.